Tunisia · Desert Adventure

2-Day Southern Tunisia Adventure from Djerba with Ksar Ghilane

2 Days Round trip from 2J58+CGJ Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tataouine and its picturesque setting among the Ksour mountains
  • 02 Visit the mountain village of Chenini and enjoy lunch at Gîte Kenza
  • 03 Experience Ksar Ghilane, a Saharan oasis surrounded by the Grand Erg Oriental
  • 04 Discover Matmata's troglodyte dwellings and panoramic southern landscapes
  • 05 Stop in Toujene to admire traditional Berber architecture and stone houses

Experience the wonders of southern Tunisia on this 2-day tour from Djerba, with a scenic journey to Tataouine and its picturesque setting among the Ksour mountains. Visit the mountain village of Chenini, then continue to Ksar Ghilane, a Saharan oasis surrounded by the Grand Erg Oriental, where you can enjoy an optional camel ride or relax by the hot spring. On the second day, discover the magnificent landscapes of Matmata, explore its troglodyte dwellings, and pass through the charming village of Toujene with its traditional Berber architecture and stone houses.

Visit the region's troglodyte dwellings, which testify to its cultural richness.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Tatouine, Matmata, Djerba, Chenini
Languages Dutch, English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Tataouine, Chenini and Ksar Ghilane Oasis

  • Departure from the Chaussée Romaine, the only road linking the island of Djerba to the mainland.
  • Continue our journey to Tataouine via Chahbaneia. Tataouine is one of the most picturesque towns in southern Tunisia, surrounded by the Ksour mountains.
  • Visit the town on foot before continuing to Chenini, a village perched high in the mountains, where we will have lunch at the Gîte Kenza.
  • Head for Ksar Ghilane, the most Saharan of oases, surrounded by the Grand Erg Oriental. You can take a camel ride to admire the immense sand dunes (optional, payable locally: 25 DT per person) or relax by the hot spring.

Dinner and overnight stay at Le Paradis camp or similar.

2
Day 02

Matmata Landscapes and Toujene Village

  • After breakfast, we will head toward Matmata, where you will discover the magnificent landscapes of southern Tunisia. Passing through the village of Tamezret, you can contemplate an exceptional panoramic view of the entire region.
  • Visit the region's troglodyte dwellings, which testify to its cultural richness.
  • Enjoy a delicious lunch at Hotel Sidi Driss, a must for lovers of Tunisian gastronomy.
  • Passing through the charming village of Toujene, you can stop to admire the traditional Berber architecture and stone houses and take souvenir photos.
Ksar Ghilane oasis, Grand Erg Oriental dunes, Matmata troglodyte landscapes, Chenini mountain village

Where this trip takes you

Ksar Ghilane oasis, Grand Erg Oriental dunes, Matmata troglodyte landscapes, Chenini mountain village

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 2J58+CGJ 4 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation by bus, mini-bus, micro-bus, or 4x4
  • Full board during the excursion
  • The services of a guide approved by the Tunisian Tourist Office
  • The services of a driver approved by the Tunisian Tourist Office
  • Our assistance during the excursion

What's Not Included

  • Beverages and personal expenses
  • Optional rides on site, such as camel or carriage rides
  • Visit to the Chak Wak Museum

Know before you go

  • This activity depends on weather conditions. In the event of cancellation for climatic reasons, a new date will be proposed, or a full refund will be given.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Djerba - Houmt Souk, Tunisie
Tour start
2J58+CGJ, Ksar Ghilane, Tunisie
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in 2J58+CGJ.

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